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Captain Scott Corwin Foundation Keeping Generosity and a Legacy Alive January 13, 2009

Posted by Bryan Connelly in : General, News & Events, Travel, Uncategorized , add a comment

“We do this in honor of Scott, in our efforts to continue his legacy of selflessness and a commitment to his nation”

In beginning of a promising life and career, Scott Corwin, an active United States Army Captain, was mysteriously gunned down on the streets of Monterey Square, Savannah, Georgia. After a night out with friends Corwin was walking to his nearby residence in Savannah’s historic district during the morning hours of May 29, 2004. His spirit of leadership and generosity lives on in numerous awards, scholarships and charities given in his name.

With a supporting family Scott grew to become a West Point graduate and a talented young soldier. His death has inspired the Captain Scott Corwin Foundation, making his name an everlasting symbol of selflessness and generosity. The Captain Corwin Foundation was created by Scott’s friends and family. Today Scott’s foundation provides scholarships to high school athletes who have shown leadership qualities, encouraging them to continue those important attributes.

The continuing efforts to build upon the values of athletes, and encouraging them to give back to the community goes on in his name. The CSC Award is presented to a member of the Darien, Illinois High School’s football team for athletics, scholarships, citizenship and leadership and includes a $2,000 college scholarship.

The foundation has also created programs like “students for troops” where teachers and their classes “adopt” a unit and write letters to share with them a hello and a thank you for the protections they provide. The website presents news, updates, and press, as well as information on helping and donating to our men and women uniform.

The Captain Scott Corwin Foundation is a 501© 3 nonprofit organization and your donations are tax deductible.

Mail contributions directly to their address:
Captain Scott Corwin Foundation
P.O. Box 2145
Darien, Illinois 6056

Marriott Timeshares Wear in the Storm January 13, 2009

Posted by Bryan Connelly in : ARDA, General, Marriott Timeshares, News & Events, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel, Uncategorized , add a comment

After a recent tendency set in the early winter of 2008, Marriott’s latest staffing cut comes as no surprise. Slashing more than 80 employees at a whack, 170 jobs were ended this month. The credit crunch flattened many timeshare employees this past year. As shares continue to be whittled down, the content face that Marriott has worn is starting to look like a façade in an obvious struggle to keep its timeshare sector afloat.

Dropping significantly this week, Marriott’s stock was downgraded, yet again, by analysts who fear the worst for the entire hotel industry. Stock has shifted from “Buy” to “Hold” as investors don a pessimistic outlook on current conditions and for 2010 as well. Marriott shares specifically fell, bout 20 cents or 1.6 percent, to close at $18.21. That is a far cry from Wyndham’s $7, or the $37.89 that Marriott shares went for in early 2008.

Chris Woronka, Deutsche Bank analyst said: lodging trends continue to worsen as unemployment rises and businesses and consumers cut back on travel spending. He mentioned that another bad sign for the industry is that hotels seem to be slashing their rates more and more to lure guests. Arne Sorenson sought to reassure investors about the health of Marriott’s timeshare sector. He said the company expects it timeshare business to “weather the downturn just fine.”

In its third quarter earnings report, Marriott said timeshare sales dried up and did not expect fourth quarter demand to improve. While its PR guys are earning their money, the developers are hemorrhaging millions of dollars after years of high pressure sales and overpriced products have finally caught up with them. As asset backed securities evaporate, it is apparent that the sales may have worked on paper, but the actual investment of $30,000 an up is just too high for consumers to afford—in reality.

Vacation-goers are still buying vacation properties and enjoying the luxuries and benefits that come with timeshares. NOBODY is buying from the developer anymore—why pay 3 times the price for the exact same thing? At BuyATimeshare.com we can direct you toward the ideal vacation properties or vacation package that suits your likes, dislikes, and of course your budget. Enjoy!